“So clean and everything is of a ...”

So clean and everything is of a high standard. Felt so comfortable staying here. It's peaceful and quiet yet only 3 miles to Bala. Lovely walks and day trips. Hot tub easy to use and clean, and so lovely to sit at night under the stars with a drink, chilling and talking about the lovely days we had here.
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So clean and everything is of a high standard. Felt so comfortable staying here. It's peaceful and quiet yet only 3 miles to Bala. Lovely walks and day trips. Hot tub easy to use and clean, and so lovely to sit at night under the stars with a drink, chilling and talking about the lovely days we had here.
Had a chinese take away from New China in Bala which was first class and a lovely traditional Sunday roast at Bryntirion Inn.
The owners have put a lot of thought and love into Hen Stesion which means you get a fabulous fuss free holiday. From the heating being on when we arrived, fresh flowers in the hall, to homemade Bara Brith (the best I have tasted

“Beautiful location for peace and relaxation”

We stayed for a week as a family of 6 and found the property to be very comfortable, warm and cosy. The beds were comfortable and there was enough space for three adults and three children. The garden looked out over fields and a river which could be heard when relaxing in the hot tub after a long day's walking. The children also loved the quirky signal box games room with a mini pool table in.

Mrs WebsterFebruary 2018

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“We had a fabulous stay at Hen ...”

We had a fabulous stay at Hen Stesion. The house was warm, welcoming and clean and very comfortable for everyone in our party (3 adults and three children). The hot tub was a real bonus particularly for my husband who was suffering with a knee injury. The location was super - overlooking fields and a river which you could see and hear from the hot tub. A super holiday!

Ms WilliamsDecember 2017

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“Lovely holiday - the cottage was ...”

Lovely holiday - the cottage was perfect and we had everything we needed.

Mr DavenportOctober 2017

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“A warm and comfortable holiday ...”

A warm and comfortable holiday cottage in an excellent location, well equipped and with a fabulous enclosed garden - would definitely recommend

Mrs SloaneSeptember 2017

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“The location was great, just what ...”

The location was great, just what we wanted. The house was extremely comfortable and very cosy. Lovely places to visit in the area and very friendly people.

Karen BAugust 2017

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“Delightful Stay”

Had a lovely stay in this converted railway station. It was great to see a book to see what the actual station looked like before it closed in the 60's.
You do need a car to stay in this village, as there is nothing in walking distance apart from a friendly cafe about a minute walk away.
The whole cottage was clean and had a lovely modern kitchen with washing machine, dryer and dishwasher and two nice clean bathrooms, one with shower and one with a bath and shower head.
I liked the good quality bedding, towels and cookware and not all rentals provide fresh flowers, eggs, milk, butter and the best thing...homemade Bara Brith on arrival!
One other thing has to be mentioned - the hot tub. It was an absolute pleasure, and it was nice to bump into the owner who showed us how to use it.
We enjoyed our stay in Wales, and having nice accommodation adds to the pleasure.

naughty99August 2017

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“Quirky former railway station”

This former railway station has been lovingly converted into a great family rental house. The large, secure garden is perfect for sunny evenings although sadly, there is no BBQ. There is a hot tub however, and the former signal box now houses a mini pool table. You can even bring your dog with you. The house comfortably sleeps 4 adults and 2 children although the third bunk bedroom is cosy. The house itself is well appointed with good internet access and facilities. The living area is compact but we had a great holiday here despite the rain! The white water centre is just down the road and Coed-y-Brenin mountain biking centre is a 30min drive away. There is a cafe 200m away and Bala, with all its facilities and amenities is a mere 5 minute drive away. A great little holiday home that we would happily return to.

Mr BrownAugust 2017

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“Had a delightful stay. Very ...”

Had a delightful stay. Very comfortable cottage. Lovely and clean and the hot tub was the icing in the cake.

Mr LaverJuly 2017

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“Great cottage and friendly owners, ...”

Great cottage and friendly owners, just very minor points to improve include: clothes drying line or airer, mugs as cups quite small and hangers in wardrobes other than that fantastic.

The property

This detached former railway station has been successfully renovated into beautiful holiday accommodation, situated in the village of Frongoch about 3 miles from Bala, north Wales.

Whether you're a railway enthusiast or on the lookout for a quirky holiday home, this is your chance to stay in a former station on the Great Western Railway's Bala Ffestiniog Line.

Although the railway line and trains are no longer there, you do get a feel for what it may have been like during that bygone era.

This delightful character property is ideal for a family looking to stay somewhere a little different in a quiet, rural location but within easy reach of local amenities and activities.

Enter the single-storey property into a welcoming entrance hall, off which you’ll find the three bedrooms, family bathroom and the sitting room.

Walk through the sitting room to the well-appointed kitchen-diner, which is finished to a very high standard.

This will be an enjoyable place to cook a meal at the end of a busy day, before relaxing in the sitting room with its wooden beams and red brick fireplace.

Of the three bedrooms, the master double boasts an en-suite shower room, and all three look out over spectacular views of the rolling countryside and nearby river.

The property has off-road parking for 4 cars.

There is also a delightful patio at the back, which was actually the former station platform and makes a comfortable and relaxing place to sit with a drink and take in the views over the nearby countryside.

The former signal house has been converted into a games room with a small pool table and is a great place for the children to play, whilst the adults enjoy a relaxing soak in the hot tub, the perfect way to end a day of adventures.

The village of Frongoch has a village shop which is just a 2-minute walk away from the property.

The nearest town with pubs and restaurants is Bala, which is roughly 3 miles away.

The National White Water Centre is a little over a mile away, and there are lots of opportunities for walking nearby.

Hen Stesion is the perfect place for anyone who loves the outdoors and wants to stay somewhere with lots of character.

Note: Please ensure children are supervised at all times when using the hot tub.

About the location

FRONGOCH

Bala 3 miles; Dolgellau 21 miles.

Fron Goch is a small village ideally located between the beautiful lakes of Bala and Celyn, and surrounded by the Arenig mountains. The village has a small shop with café, and is renowned for the National Whitewater Centre on the River Tryweryn, which is only 10 minutes walk. The bustling market town of Bala is just under 3 miles away, located at the head of Llyn Tegid, Bala's famous lake, which is the largest natural lake in Wales and home to a unique fish called the Gwyniaid, a relic of the Ice Age. Renowned as a centre for great watersports including fishing, sailing, canoeing, windsurfing and white water rafting, Bala is also the headquarters of the narrow gauge Bala Lake Railway. The town itself has a range of interesting shops, inns, restaurants and an historical Town Walk. Surrounded by the wonderful Berwyn Mountains on one side and the beautiful Snowdonia Mountain Range on the other, this is a mecca for climbing, walking, mountain biking and many other outdoor activities. An ideal location for touring all North and Mid Wales including the stunning Cambrian Bay Coast with the six-mile long Harlech beach, overlooked by its majestic medieval castle. A truly wonderful part of Wales, catering for all interests.